Group petitions President Mahama to sack Jean Mensa and two deputies
A civil society group, the Positive Transparency and Accountability Movement – Ghana (PTAAM-GH), has submitted a petition to President John Dramani Mahama, demanding the removal of Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Jean Adukwei Mensa, and her two deputies, Dr. Bossman Asare and Samuel Tettey.
Serious Allegations Against the EC Boss
According to the petition, dated January 8, 2025, the EC leadership headed by Jean Mensa allegedly caused severe financial loss to the state by overseeing the compilation of a new voter register and the procurement of expensive biometric devices ahead of the 2020 general elections. PTAAM-GH argues that the 2016 voter register was still effective, making the decision both unnecessary and wasteful.
The group further claims that Jean Mensa and her deputies ignored expert advice from various stakeholders, including civil society organizations, traditional leaders, religious figures, and political parties. They insist that the decision to conduct a fresh voter registration exercise at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic was reckless and endangered public health, putting millions of Ghanaians at risk.
Calls for Dismissal Over Alleged Electoral Mismanagement
Beyond financial concerns, PTAAM-GH accuses the EC leadership of undermining Ghana’s electoral credibility. The petition cites gross incompetence, political bias, procurement breaches, and poor governance as reasons why the current EC executives must be dismissed immediately. The group believes their removal is necessary to restore the integrity and transparency of Ghana’s electoral system.
Professor Stephen Adei Warns Against Political Witch-Hunt
Amid growing political pressure, renowned economist and former GIMPA Rector, Professor Stephen Adei, has urged President Mahama to exercise restraint. He cautioned that dismissing the EC Chairperson and Chief Justice based on political motives could harm Ghana’s democracy and set a dangerous precedent for future administrations.
As the political debate intensifies, Ghanaians are closely watching how President Mahama will handle this highly controversial petition.
